WhatsApp Leave Message to Boss: 170+ Ready-to-Send Examples (English & Hindi)

A good WhatsApp leave message to your boss is two or three lines: a greeting, the date and type of leave, a one-line reason, and who is covering urgent work. For example: "Good morning Sir, I have a fever and need sick leave today. [Colleague] will cover anything urgent, and I'll apply on the HR portal. Thank you." Send it before your working day starts, and follow up with a formal request on your HR system or by email — WhatsApp alone is rarely an official leave record.

The 3-Line Template

Good morning [Sir/Ma'am/Name], I need [sick/casual/half-day] leave [today / on (date) / from (date) to (date)] due to [reason]. [Colleague] will handle anything urgent, and I'll apply on the HR portal. Thank you.

• Do: send it before your shift starts, include exact dates, mention cover, and follow up formally.
• Don't: share medical detail you're not comfortable with, send long paragraphs or voice notes, or message late at night unless it's urgent.

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• Sick leave (20) · Emergency (17) · Death in family (5)
• Casual & comp-off (13) · Late coming & half day (8) · Short notice (8) · Rain, traffic & strikes (6)
• Weddings (11) · Maternity, paternity & family care (14) · Exams & training (10)
• Festivals (10) · Travel & out of station (6) · Work from home (6) · Extension (5)
• Hindi (10) · Hinglish (10) · Team group (4) · Follow-up & back to work (12)
• FAQ

Sick Leave WhatsApp Messages to Boss

One-Day Sick Leave

1. Good morning, I have a fever and body ache, so I need sick leave today. I'll rest and update you tomorrow.
2. Hi [Name], I'm down with a cold and headache and would like to take sick leave today. Back tomorrow.
3. Good morning Sir, I'm not feeling well today and need a day's sick leave. [Colleague] can handle anything urgent.
4. Hi Ma'am, I have a stomach upset and won't be able to come in today. I'll apply for sick leave on the portal.
5. Morning, I woke up with a migraine and need to take today off. Will check messages in the evening.
6. Hi [Name], I've been unwell since last night. Requesting sick leave today — I should be fine by tomorrow.
7. Good morning, I'm feeling feverish and don't want to pass it on to the team. Taking sick leave today.
8. Hi Sir, I have a doctor's appointment this morning as I'm unwell. I'll take sick leave for the day.

Multi-Day Sick Leave

9. Hi [Name], the doctor has advised three days' rest for viral fever. I'll be on sick leave from [date] to [date] and will share the medical certificate.
10. Good morning, I've been diagnosed with [flu/infection] and need sick leave until [date]. [Colleague] has the status of my work.
11. Hi Ma'am, I'm still unwell and the doctor has asked me to rest for two more days. I'll be back on [date].
12. Hello Sir, I need sick leave from [date] to [date] on medical advice. I'll check email once a day for anything urgent.
13. Hi [Name], I've had a minor procedure and need to rest until [date]. Will send the medical certificate on the portal.
14. Good morning, my fever hasn't come down, so I'll need to extend my sick leave by [number] days. Will keep you posted.

Half-Day Sick Leave or Work From Home

15. Hi [Name], I'm unwell this morning. I'll take a half day and log in from home after lunch.
16. Good morning, I'm feeling a bit off — could I work from home today? I'll be online for meetings.
17. Hi Sir, I have a cold and would rather not come in. Working from home today if that's okay.
18. Hello, I need to leave early today as I'm not feeling well. My tasks for the day are done.
19. Hi Ma'am, taking the first half off for a doctor's visit. I'll be online from [time].
20. Hi [Name], I'm unwell but can manage urgent work from home. I'll mark the rest as half-day leave.

Need a formal version? See our leave application for fever and sick leave application.

Emergency Leave Messages to Boss

Family Medical Emergency

21. Hi [Name], I have to take my father to hospital urgently. I need to take today off and will update you later.
22. Sir, family medical emergency — I'm on the way to hospital. Will call you when I can.
23. Good morning Ma'am, my mother is unwell and I need to take her to the doctor. Requesting leave today.
24. Hi [Name], my child has a high fever and I need to be with them today. [Colleague] has my urgent items.
25. Hello, my spouse has been admitted to hospital. I'll need a couple of days off and will update you tonight.
26. Hi Sir, there's a medical emergency with a family member. I'm leaving the office now — sorry for the short notice.

Other Personal Emergencies

27. Hi [Name], I have an urgent situation at home and need to take today off. Will update by evening.
28. Good morning, a water pipe has burst at home and I need to get it fixed. Requesting leave today.
29. Hi Ma'am, I've lost my wallet and phone documents and need to sort out the police report and bank today.
30. Hello Sir, there's an urgent family matter I need to handle. Taking today off — will be reachable after 5 pm.
31. Hi [Name], I've had a minor accident. I'm fine, but I need today off to get checked.

Very Short Urgent Messages

32. Family emergency — won't be in today. Will call you soon.
33. Urgent situation at home, on leave today. Will explain later.
34. Need emergency leave now. Sorry for the short notice.
35. At the hospital with family. Will update you later.
36. Can't make it today — emergency. [Colleague] has my urgent work.
37. Stepping out due to an emergency. Will message by evening.

Formal version: leave application for urgent work.

Leave Message for Death in Family

38. Hi [Name], my [grandfather] passed away last night. I need to be with my family and will be on leave for the next few days. I'll send a formal request when I can.
39. Sir, I'm sorry to inform you that my [relationship] has passed away. I'll be away until [date]. [Colleague] knows the status of my work.
40. Hi Ma'am, there's been a death in the family and I need to travel to [city] today. Will update you on my return date.
41. Hi [Name], I'll be on leave until [date] for my [relationship]'s last rites. Thank you for understanding.
42. Sir, I need a few days off due to a death in the family. I'll apply on the portal as soon as I'm able.

If a colleague has lost someone, see our condolence messages. More on bereavement leave.

Casual Leave and Comp-Off Messages

Casual Leave

43. Hi [Name], I'd like to take casual leave on [date] for some personal work. My tasks are on track.
44. Good morning, requesting a day of casual leave on [date]. [Colleague] will cover anything urgent.
45. Hi Sir, I have some bank and paperwork to finish and would like to take casual leave on [date].
46. Hello Ma'am, may I take a personal day on [date]? Nothing urgent is pending.
47. Hi [Name], I need casual leave on [date] for my child's parent-teacher meeting and school event.
48. Good morning, I'd like to take [date] off for a personal commitment. I'll apply on the portal.
49. Hi Sir, requesting casual leave on [date] to shift house. I'll be reachable by phone.
50. Hi [Name], could I take [date] off? I've planned my week so nothing is affected.

Comp-Off

51. Hi [Name], I'd like to take a comp-off on [date] for working on [weekend date], as discussed.
52. Good morning, applying for comp-off on [date] against the release weekend. Hope that's fine.
53. Hi Sir, requesting time off on [date] in lieu of the extra hours last week.
54. Hello Ma'am, may I use my comp-off on [date]? I worked on [holiday] for the client deadline.
55. Hi [Name], taking my pending comp-off on [date]. [Colleague] will cover urgent items.

Formal version: casual leave application.

Late Coming and Half Day Messages

56. Good morning, I'm stuck in traffic and will be about 30 minutes late. Sorry for the delay.
57. Hi [Name], I have a personal errand this morning and will reach by [time].
58. Hi Sir, I need to leave at [time] today for a personal commitment. I'll finish my key tasks before then.
59. Hello Ma'am, requesting a half day today — I'll be in from [time].
60. Hi [Name], I have a doctor's appointment at [time] and will need the second half off.
61. Good morning, running late due to a train delay — will be there by [time].
62. Hi Sir, could I leave early today? I'll make up the time tomorrow.
63. Hi [Name], I'll be late today as I need to drop my child at school. Reaching by [time].

Formal version: half day leave application.

Short-Notice and Late-Informing Messages

64. Apologies for the short notice — I'm unwell and won't be able to work today.
65. Sorry for informing late. Something urgent came up and I need to take today off.
66. Hi [Name], I should have messaged earlier — I'm not well and need to take the day off.
67. Sorry for the late message. I had a family issue this morning and will be on leave today.
68. Hi Sir, apologies — I couldn't message earlier. I'm taking sick leave today and will apply on the portal.
69. Hi Ma'am, sorry for the last-minute notice. I need today off due to an unexpected situation.
70. Apologies for not informing yesterday. I won't be able to come in today, and [colleague] has my updates.
71. Hi [Name], sorry this is so late — requesting same-day leave. I'll catch up on everything tomorrow.

Leave Messages for Rain, Floods, Traffic or Strikes

72. Good morning, my area is waterlogged after heavy rain and I can't get out. Could I work from home today?
73. Hi [Name], trains are suspended due to the rain. I'll work from home or take leave if remote isn't possible.
74. Hi Sir, there's a transport strike today and no buses are running. Requesting WFH for the day.
75. Hello Ma'am, roads are blocked near my home. I'll be late or may need to work remotely.
76. Hi [Name], there's no power or internet at home due to the storm. I'll need to take today off.
77. Good morning, my flight has been cancelled and I won't be back until [date]. Requesting leave until then.

Wedding Leave Messages

Your Own Wedding

78. Hi [Name], I'm getting married on [date] and would like to request leave from [date] to [date]. I'll plan a handover in advance.
79. Good morning Sir, sharing the good news — my wedding is on [date]! Requesting marriage leave from [date] to [date].
80. Hi Ma'am, I'd like to apply for marriage leave from [date] to [date]. I'll share the handover plan next week.
81. Hi [Name], my wedding dates are fixed for [dates]. Could we discuss my leave and cover plan this week?
82. Hello Sir, I'll be on marriage leave from [date] to [date]. [Colleague] will cover [responsibility].

Attending a Family or Friend's Wedding

83. Hi [Name], my brother's wedding is on [date]. Requesting leave from [date] to [date].
84. Good morning, I need leave on [date] and [date] to attend a family wedding in [city].
85. Hi Sir, my cousin is getting married on [date]. May I take that day off?
86. Hello Ma'am, I'd like to take [date] off to attend a close friend's wedding.
87. Hi [Name], requesting leave from [date] to [date] for my sister's wedding. I'll hand over before I leave.
88. Hi Sir, I'll need a half day on [date] to attend a wedding reception in the evening.

Maternity, Paternity and Family Care Messages

Maternity Leave

89. Hi [Name], as discussed, I'd like to start my maternity leave from [date]. I'll share the handover plan this week.
90. Good morning Ma'am, my doctor has advised me to start maternity leave from [date]. I'll apply formally today.
91. Hi Sir, my due date is [date], and I plan to begin maternity leave on [date]. Can we schedule a handover meeting?
92. Hi [Name], I've been advised early rest and need to start my maternity leave from today. [Colleague] has my files.

Paternity Leave

93. Hi [Name], our baby is due on [date]. I'd like to take paternity leave from [date] to [date].
94. Good morning Sir, my wife has gone into labour — I'll be starting paternity leave from today.
95. Hi Ma'am, we've welcomed our baby! I'll be on paternity leave until [date], as planned.
96. Hi [Name], requesting paternity leave from [date] to support my wife after the delivery.

Child and Elderly Care

97. Hi [Name], my child is unwell and I need to stay home today. I'll be available on WhatsApp.
98. Good morning, my mother has a hospital check-up today and I need to take her. Requesting leave.
99. Hi Sir, my child's school is closed today and I have no childcare. Could I work from home?
100. Hello Ma'am, my father needs help after a minor surgery. Requesting leave from [date] to [date].
101. Hi [Name], I need to take my grandparent for tests today and will be back online after [time].
102. Hi Sir, my nanny is on leave, so I'll need to work from home this week, if that's okay.

Formal version: maternity leave application.

Exam, Study and Training Leave Messages

103. Hi [Name], I have my [ACCA/CA/professional] exam on [date]. Requesting study leave on [date] and [date].
104. Good morning Sir, my university exam is on [date]. May I take that day off?
105. Hi Ma'am, I'd like to take two days of study leave before my certification exam on [date].
106. Hi [Name], I have my final exam for [course] on [date] and would like to apply for exam leave.
107. Hello Sir, my exam centre is in another city — requesting leave on [date] for travel and the exam.
108. Hi [Name], I've cleared my exam 🎉 Thank you for approving the study leave!
109. Good morning, I'd like to attend a training workshop on [date] related to [skill]. May I take the day off?
110. Hi Sir, I've registered for an industry conference on [date]. Requesting leave or approval to attend.
111. Hello Ma'am, I'm attending a certification bootcamp from [date] to [date] and would like to apply for leave.
112. Hi [Name], there's an online course session on [date] afternoon — could I take a half day for it?

Festival Leave WhatsApp Messages

113. Hi [Name], I'd like to take leave from [date] to [date] for Diwali with my family. I'll apply on the portal.
114. Good morning Sir, requesting leave on [date] for Eid. Eid Mubarak in advance!
115. Hi Ma'am, may I take [date] off for Christmas with my family?
116. Hi [Name], requesting leave on [date] for Holi. I'll finish my pending work the day before.
117. Hello Sir, I'd like leave from [date] to [date] for Durga Puja in [city].
118. Hi [Name], requesting leave on [date] for Navratri puja at home.
119. Good morning, we're hosting Ganpati at home — may I take [date] off for Ganesh Chaturthi?
120. Hi Ma'am, requesting leave on [date] for Raksha Bandhan with my family.
121. Hi Sir, I'd like to travel home for Chhath Puja from [date] to [date]. Please approve.
122. Hello [Name], requesting leave on [date] for Pongal / Onam / Gurpurab with my family.

Need a formal letter? See our festival leave application (with a 2026 leave planner) and Diwali leave application.

Travel and Out of Station Leave Messages

123. Hi [Name], I'll be travelling to my hometown and would like leave from [date] to [date].
124. Good morning Sir, I need to go out of station for a family function from [date] to [date].
125. Hi Ma'am, requesting leave from [date] to [date] for a planned vacation. Handover will be done by [date].
126. Hi [Name], I'll be out of station on [date] and [date]. [Colleague] will cover urgent work.
127. Hello Sir, I have to travel to [city] for a personal matter on [date]. Requesting a day's leave.
128. Hi [Name], my train is delayed and I'll reach only tomorrow — requesting leave for today.

Formal version: leave application for out of station.

Work From Home Request Messages

129. Hi [Name], could I work from home today? I have a [delivery/repair] at home but will be online all day.
130. Good morning Sir, I'm slightly unwell — may I work from home today instead of taking leave?
131. Hi Ma'am, requesting WFH on [date] as I have a personal appointment nearby.
132. Hi [Name], I'll be at my hometown from [date] to [date] — could I work remotely during those days?
133. Hello Sir, due to the rain in my area, can I work from home today?
134. Hi [Name], I'd like to work from home tomorrow to focus on [report]. I'll join all calls.

Leave Extension Messages

135. Hi [Name], I'm still unwell and need to extend my sick leave until [date]. Will share the doctor's note.
136. Good morning Sir, my return train was cancelled — could I extend my leave by one day, until [date]?
137. Hi Ma'am, I need two more days for family matters and request an extension until [date].
138. Hi [Name], the rituals will continue until [date], so I'll need to extend my leave. Sorry for the change.
139. Hello Sir, requesting a leave extension until [date]. [Colleague] is aware and covering urgent items.

Formal version: leave extension application.

Leave Message to Boss in Hindi

140. नमस्ते सर/मैम, तबीयत ठीक नहीं है, बुखार है। आज की छुट्टी चाहिए। कल से ऑफिस आ जाऊँगा/जाऊँगी।
141. सर/मैम, घर में इमरजेंसी है, आज ऑफिस नहीं आ पाऊँगा/पाऊँगी। शाम तक अपडेट दूँगा/दूँगी।
142. नमस्ते सर/मैम, [तारीख] को एक पारिवारिक कार्यक्रम है, कृपया एक दिन की छुट्टी स्वीकृत करें।
143. सर/मैम, आज आधे दिन की छुट्टी चाहिए, दोपहर [समय] के बाद जाना है।
144. सर/मैम, मेरे पिताजी की तबीयत खराब है, उन्हें अस्पताल ले जाना है। आज की छुट्टी चाहिए।
145. नमस्ते सर/मैम, [तारीख] से [तारीख] तक गाँव जाना है, कृपया छुट्टी स्वीकृत करें। ज़रूरी काम [सहकर्मी] देख लेंगे।
146. सर/मैम, ट्रैफ़िक में फँसा/फँसी हूँ, लगभग आधा घंटा देर से पहुँचूँगा/पहुँचूँगी।
147. सर/मैम, क्या आज घर से काम कर सकता/सकती हूँ? तबीयत थोड़ी ठीक नहीं है।
148. नमस्ते सर/मैम, दिवाली पर [तारीख] से [तारीख] तक छुट्टी चाहिए। HR पोर्टल पर भी आवेदन कर दूँगा/दूँगी।
149. धन्यवाद सर/मैम, छुट्टी स्वीकृत करने के लिए। कल से समय पर ऑफिस पहुँच जाऊँगा/जाऊँगी।

Leave Message to Boss in Hinglish

150. Good morning Sir/Ma'am, tabiyat theek nahi hai, aaj leave chahiye. Kal se office aa jaunga/jaungi.
151. Sir/Ma'am, ghar pe emergency hai, aaj office nahi aa paunga/paungi. Shaam tak update dunga/dungi.
152. Sir/Ma'am, [date] ko family function hai, ek din ki leave approve kar dijiye please.
153. Sir/Ma'am, aaj half day chahiye, [time] ke baad nikalna hai.
154. Sir/Ma'am, papa ki tabiyat kharab hai, hospital le jaana hai. Aaj leave pe hoon.
155. Sir/Ma'am, traffic mein fasa/fasi hoon, 30–40 minute late ho jaunga/jaungi.
156. Sir/Ma'am, aaj WFH kar sakta/sakti hoon? Thoda unwell feel ho raha hai.
157. Sir/Ma'am, [date] se [date] tak gaon ja raha/rahi hoon, leave approve kar dijiye. Urgent kaam [colleague] dekh lenge.
158. Sir/Ma'am, sorry late inform kar raha/rahi hoon — aaj ek urgent kaam aa gaya hai, leave chahiye.
159. Sir/Ma'am, kal se wapas join kar raha/rahi hoon. Support ke liye thank you!

Leave Message to Team WhatsApp Group

160. Hi team, I'm on sick leave today. [Colleague] is covering urgent items — please reach out to them.
161. Hi all, I'll be on leave from [date] to [date]. Handover notes are in [folder]. See you on [date]!
162. Morning team, I'm out today due to a family emergency. Will catch up on messages tomorrow.
163. Hi everyone, I'm working from home today and available on calls as usual.

Follow-Up, Approval and Back-to-Work Messages

After Approval

164. Thank you for approving my leave. I'll finish the handover before I go.
165. Thanks for the quick approval, Sir. I'll be off from [date] as discussed.
166. Noted, leave approved from [date] to [date]. Thank you for your understanding.
167. Thank you, Ma'am. I've applied on the portal as well.

Back to Work

168. Good morning, I'm back from leave today. Please let me know what to prioritise.
169. Hi [Name], I've resumed work today and am catching up with [colleague] on updates.
170. Back online after my leave. Thank you for covering, team!
171. Hi Sir, rejoined today — feeling much better. Will clear pending items this week.

Thank You for Support

172. Thank you for your support during my leave — it really helped during a difficult time.
173. Grateful for your understanding about my recent leave, Sir.
174. Thanks for being flexible while I was away. Ready to get back to it!
175. Really appreciate you approving my leave at short notice. Thank you.

Set an auto-reply before you go: out of office message templates.

Need a Formal Leave Letter?

• Leave application format
• Leave application for office
• One day leave application
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• Leave extension application

WhatsApp Leave Message FAQ

How do I write a WhatsApp leave message to my boss?

Keep it to two or three lines: greet your boss, state the date and type of leave, give a one-line reason, and mention who will cover urgent work. For example: "Good morning Sir, I have a fever and need sick leave today. [Colleague] will cover anything urgent. Thank you."

Is it okay to ask for leave on WhatsApp?

Yes, for same-day sick leave, emergencies and informal teams. For planned leave, use WhatsApp only as a heads-up and apply formally on your HR portal or by email, since WhatsApp is rarely an official leave record.

How long should a WhatsApp leave message be?

About 25 to 50 words — two or three short sentences. Longer messages are harder to read on a phone and can seem like over-explaining.

What time should I send a sick leave message?

As early as possible — ideally before your working day starts, so your manager can plan cover. Avoid late-night messages unless it's an emergency.

Do I need to tell my boss why I'm sick?

No. "I'm unwell and need sick leave today" is enough. Share only what you're comfortable with, and provide a medical certificate if your company requires one for longer absences.

How do I write a leave message to my boss in Hindi?

Keep the same structure: "नमस्ते सर/मैम, तबीयत ठीक नहीं है, आज की छुट्टी चाहिए। कल से ऑफिस आ जाऊँगा/जाऊँगी।" In Hinglish: "Sir/Ma'am, tabiyat theek nahi hai, aaj leave chahiye."